Name Unknown

Name Unknown is an adoptable male German Shepherd looking for a home at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West in Phoenix, Arizona. He is senior and large in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 6 days left, listed due to medical. Adopting Name Unknown, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

Memo 9/1/2026 09/01/26 16:11 Dog has multiple geriatric issues. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia on 9/9/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 9/8/26, but may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. nhilde Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 9/2/2026 Slowly lifted head on approach to kennel. Looked up with soft eyes, allowing handler to pet on head without issues. Placing dog @ intake color \"GREEN\". Interested parties should be made aware of all medical notes. 9/1/2026 k9 appeared nervous after the red male was placed on the truck. k9 allowed leashing after a min. and walked to the truck well. once at teh truck k9 was muzzle wrapped and an attemot o load was made k9 growled when officer attempted to load. I asked the finders if one of them woul dbe able to help me load him. I was able to get a good muzzle wrap and with the help of the finder was able to load with no issues. chip found. 9/1/2026 walks on leash, allows all handling and petting, takes treats gently, light restraint for vaccines , soft body Medical Treatments 9/1/2026 Nobivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: 859498 administered SQ, R lateral hip, by __ADR_, supervising veterinarian ST. Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 02121B49B administered SQ, R lateral shoulder by _ADR__. Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 00541530C administered IN by _ADR__. Male: Testicles palpable with adult reproductive features, consistent with unaltered male. Confirmed by: __ADR__ Bravecto (fluralaner) for dogs >44-88lb (1000mg) 1 tube of topical solution applied in multiple spots between shoulder blades and along back by _ADR__. Reapply after three months. Microchip confirmed on ramp. Mylar placed on dog. 9/1/2026 09/01/26 15:49 BAR, BCS 4/9 HR 80 bpm, RR pant MM/CRT pink/ moist/ crt < 2 sec DENTAL: grade (2+/4) OPHTHO: OU lenticular sclerosis AURAL: AU mild debris CARDIO: grade 3/6 L-sided heart murmur; grade 2/6 R-sided heart murmur RESP: NSF – eupnic; no nasal discharge; normal bronchovesicular lung sounds ausculted in bilateral lung fields GI: NSF - soft, nonpainful abdomen DERM: NSF MUSC/ SKEL: very slow and appears painful to rise; moderate - severe bilateral hindlimb lameness (LH >RH) w/ \"dropped hocks\" NEURO: NSF - normal mentation UROGENITAL: intact male, 2 descended testicles L/N: N/E A: Moderate dental tartar/ disease; OU lenticular sclerosis - ddx. age-related change; bilateral heart murmurs - ddx. valvular dysplasia, CHF, etc; hindlimb lameness w/ \"dropped hocks\" - ddx. hip dysplasia, osteoarthritis, caudal neuropathy, neoplasia, etc. P: 1. Carprofen (100mg tablet) - 1 tablet PO SID x 5 days. 2. Gabapentin (100mg capsule) - 1 capsule PO BID x 10 days. 3. Dog is not suitable to PUFA/ foster. Dog needs outlet w/ NH Partner for full, geriatric workup, including comprehensive bloodwork, cardiac diagnostics (ie. echo, chest radiographs), hindlimb radiographs, etc. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia on 9/9/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 9/8/26, but may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. nhilde In-Kennel Behavior Rounds No In-Kennel Behavior Rounds Memos Bite History No recorded bites Name: Name Unknown Animal ID: A5170890 Breed: BLACK/BROWN GERM SHEPHERD Sex: Male Age: 8Y 0M Weight: 81.0 lbs Kennel: West Kennel, Wing S - 308 Intake Date: 9/1/2026 Deadline Date: 9/8/2026